Couch upholstery: breaking the rules

"Go with a neutral couch and leave the colour to the accents!" The old design mantra completely makes sense; a couch is an investment and you want to enjoy it for years. But what if we challenge the rules and have some fun imagining a certain sofa in a patterned, colourful upholstery? It could actually be that statement piece that makes a whole room! Just have a look at these examples, as seen at Home Furniture in North Bay.

Start with a streamlined couch with simple lines.

A love seat is the ideal size for an attention-grabbing 

upholstery. The statement shouldn't be too big, just 

big enough. Keep the rest of the décor toned down.

Big, white hydrangeas on a soft yellow background 

will give the room a quiet punch. It's contemporary 

and sophisticated at the same time. 

A graphic trellis pattern is a bolder choice.

Match with sculptural side tables.

A subtler option that works in both a traditional

and a more modern setting. How about light blue

or cream walls with this upholstery? 

This lush, dark purple upholstery lends itself to an 

intimate setting. Enhance the feeling with purple 

and pink accent pillows in velvet.

An eclectic art collection, all framed in black, above 

a love seat with this upholstery would look stunning. 

Add a round, bright yellow side table for a fun, ultra 

modern vibe.

This soft and elegant upholstery can read both 

as traditional and contemporary. 

Another graphic option with lots of contrast.

Finally, here's a great, neutral couch from Home Furniture

if you want to play it safe. Do you?